The Main Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave., continues to be a resource for area business owners and entrepreneurs with a fresh lineup of business classes for the summer months.
Hosted at the Library’s Learning Lab, the classes are free for all to attend and no registration is required.
Dates, times and descriptions of each class can be found below. The Library notes that its Experience Entrepreneurship series featuring local business owners sharing more about their operations and areas of expertise will return in the fall.
Starting Your Small Business
Learn how to use the library’s online resources to write your business plan, choose industry codes and research companies and competitors.
Tuesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- July 17
- August 14
Market Research for Entrepreneurs
Learn how to use the library’s online resources to identify potential customers, target your market and find industry reports.
Tuesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- June 19
- July 24
- August 21
Grants for Nonprofits
Learn about library resources to develop or sustain a nonprofit organization such as the Foundation Center and its databases.
Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- July 16
- August 13
Tuesday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
- June 26
- July 31
- August 28
Grants for Individuals
Learn about library resources for grants to artists, students and researchers from foundations, institutions, government and corporate sponsors
Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
- June 13
- July 18
- August 15
Thursday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
- June 28
- August 2
- August 30
Entrepreneurs can visit the Learning Lab for assistance Monday through Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 1 – 5 p.m. Entrepreneurs can also schedule one-on-one appointments by calling 614-645-2275.
For more information, visit columbuslibrary.org.
